Sermons on Examples:

The Tip Of The Spear

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 26, 2008

There are people who form the tip of the spear, taking the gospel into very dark places. But what about the rest of us? What is the task for the shaft of the spear?

Passage: 2 Timothy 1:8-18 Intro: “You’ve got to walk that lonesome valley. You’ve got to walk it by yourself. Oh, nobody else can walk it for you. You’ve got to walk it by yourself.” 1. that may be what we will experience, but it is not what is supposed to happen. 2. there is a poignancy in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Women Of Valor

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Mar 1, 2008

One of the major controversies that separate churches to this day is the role women play in ministry. For me, this topic has become a blessing rather than an obstacle.

Women of Valor Intro.: Many women have had a profound impact on history, society and the church. Although tradition, experience, and practice, have often excluded women in light of certain passages attributed to Paul, he commended women who served as leaders in the church and often relied on them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:34-40

Denomination: Charismatic

The Three-Fold Duty Of The Believer

Contributed by John Butler on Mar 8, 2008

An outline Of scriptures that teach us the three things that make us good stewards.

******Sermon Outline******* The Three-Fold Duty Of Life Appropiation, Formation, and Donation. 1) Appropiation (taking)... a) Cup of salvation- Psa 116:13 I will take the cup of salvation, and call upon the name of the LORD. b) Instruction-Pro 4:13 Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

The Battle Between The Rich And The Poor Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 14, 2007

To show that God has a way to equalize things when it comes to money

Title: The Battle between the Rich and the Poor Theme: To show that God has a way to equalize things Text: James 5:1-11 It seems to be that there is a battle that has been going on since the beginning of time. It is the battle between the haves and have nots. This is why Satan tempted Eve, ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Me, Myself, And I

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 28, 2007

There is a danger that, many Christians, and the Church faces. Forgetting our identity, and ministry.

Me, Myself, and I Philippians 2:4 There are many great truths that Jesus taught, that are easily understood and are enjoyable to follow. However there are several of Jesus teachings that need spiritual maturity to understand and practice.. Such as; "The first will be last, and the last will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:4

Denomination: Church Of God

Why A Church Covenant

Contributed by Don Baggett on Dec 1, 2007

Church members need to have an agreement concerning how they will conduct themselves with respect to the local church of which they are a part.

The context of this verse has to do with the use of tongues, and other spiritual gifts, in the church. While all churches certainly need to make the Bible their standard for faith and practice, different churches tend to interpret things differently. Therefore, it is wise for a local church to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:40

Denomination: Baptist

Feast Or Famine Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Aug 1, 2007

Ever experienced a famine in your life, a spiritual lack, a time of trial? What do you do? This sermons looks at how to turn your famine into a feast.

From Famine to Feast Ruth 1:1-14 In the first of this series we began to look at Abrahams life and to look at his example of the footsteps of faith he took. In Genesis 12 he left Canaan for Egypt because of famine. This sermon is a stand alone but answers the question how to turn your famine into ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-14, Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From Humpty Dumpty

Contributed by Don Hawks on Aug 14, 2007

If some area of your life is falling apart, and you need help, you why waste time and energy calling on the king’s horses and the king’s men? Think first–of the King call on the ultimate help and power – call on God. God will put you back together again

SERMON OUTLINE AND NOTES Bridgewater United Methodist Church Lessons from Humpty Dumpty Pastor Don Hawks 1 Peter 2:1-5, 21-25 This suffering is all part of what God has called you to. Christ, who suffered for you, is your example. Follow in his steps. (v. 21) "Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Methodist

Worshipping God In Crisis

Contributed by Sanjaykumar Sanil on Feb 23, 2008

This is one of the practical way to deal with the crisis, specially when we are bogged down with anxiety, fear, frustration, confusion and worry.

In this one life that we got, we go through all kinds of situations. We have good times and bad times. When we are faced with crisis in life, what do we do and how do we respond to it? One of the way we can respond to the crisis is by ’Worshipping God’. Job is an perfect example for us. Job 1:20 ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What You Lose If You Neglect

Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 19, 2007

Anything that you own of value must be cared for. That is called maintenance. We are commanded to take care of our salvation. If not, there are at least 5 precious things we could lose.

What you lose. Salvation is free, but the maintenance is what will cost you. Anything of value needs to be cared for, if it is to keep or gain value. God is more than willing to help us, but we have to do our part. Hebrews 2:1-3 1 ¶ Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Does Ice Cream Melt

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 14, 2008

Moving away from Gos is bad

Why does ice cream melt The law of entropy Acts 2:24 says it. “But God raised him from the dead, freeing him from the agony of death, because it was impossible for death to keep its hold on him.” I love that language. We tend to think of dying and coming back to life as being impossible. Peter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Series: More Than Conquerors

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2009

How to remain dedicated and fight the good fight to remain conquerors.

If you have never really accepted Jesus as your personal Savior, would you do it right now? Do not delay or put it off. If you would like to receive Christ by faith, pray this simple prayer in your heart: A. ONE OF THE GREATEST CHOICE SPEECHES EVER 1. Because the conquerors had ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Powerful Words Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Oct 19, 2009

Part 5 of 7 in our teaching series, "TRUE RELIGION" For more information, email info@newsongs.org or visit www.newsongs.org

To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT THIS SERIES. :: Powerful Words I hate you -- you disgust me -- I wish you had never been born -- I wish ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: *other

A Changed Church Series

Contributed by Allen James on Sep 5, 2010

Imagine the transformation in a community when the Church embraces Jesus' call toward giving to the needy out of the overflow of our hearts. Today's message explores Matthew 6:1-4.

A Changed Church • Matthew 6:1, 2-4 OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Acts 4… In today’s world, charity is practiced on a wide scale and is thought often times to be the natural product of the intrinsic goodness of the human spirit… or in light of the New Age concept of Karma – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Etchings Series

Contributed by Allen James on Sep 5, 2010

The second of five messages exploring the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6. Today's message, Etchings, takes a look at the 2nd & 3rd petitions, "Your Kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven."

ETCHINGS • Matthew 6:10 • May 22 & 23, 2010 READ MATTHEW 6:9-15. ILLUSTRATION OF ETCH-A-SKETCH… Introduction: Every follower of Christ must WRESTLE with the TENSION between earth and heaven. Jesus reveals that His kingdom and His will must be ETCHED in our hearts. If you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Baptist